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Can we please slow down time?

Ledger is officially one month old. I can't believe how fast his first month flew by. I know very quickly this newborn stage will be long gone, so I'm taking in every single moment I can with him.

Ledger practically slept his first month away, but lately has started to wake up a little bit more during the day. We're on a great schedule each night. He's consistently sleeping 4-5 hours and usually wakes up between 2:30-3:00 AM and then between 6:00-8:00 AM. So I'm usually only up once each night. :)

He's incredibly cuddly. He loves to burrow right in to your neck while lying on your chest.

His eyes are lightening up and looking like they'll be blue. His hair is also coming in blond just like Preslee's did. I'm guessing he'll be just as blond as she was.

He's a great little eater. At his two week checkup he put on a pound which put him at 7 lb's 5 oz.

If he's not grunting, he seems to be hiccuping.

I learned the hard way, when I eat salsa it really upsets his stomach- which makes for some very long nights. Poor guy.

We can't seem to get enough of him and feel incredibly blessed to have him in our lives.

This is probably the smallest he got. It took awhile for my milk to come in.

I had to do this for my own sake. Preslee is on the left and Ledge is on the right, both are wearing the same swaddle. They look so much alike. Ledger pulls Preslee's same face when swaddled and feeding in the middle of the night. For some reason they both hold their breath and turn bright red.

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It's funny that you're updating your blog in the middle of the night while up with your little guy, and I'm reading and commenting in the middle of the night while I'm up with my little guy. :) (Maybe it's only funny because it's 3 a.m. I'll have to decide tomorrow if it's actually funny...) He is so sweet Ashley and has the cutest little expression on his face in that last picture with you holding him! Glad he's doing so great for you!

he is so precious....and you're right..he is definitely a preslee..look..a..like! I was talking to your mom a couple weeks ago of how much he looked like his big sister! he is so blessed to have such great parents...so happy for you!

I love love the picture with him sitting with the yellow blue and green polka dot pillow- (I forgot what those are called) He is absolutely adorable!! Sounds like lots of tender mercies.... yes? Sure love ya ash!!

Aw, what a sweetie! He is so handsome & I remember the newborn cuddling...it's the best. My little boy is 8 months now & I'm not sure where the time went?! They grow up too fast! So happy you are able to enjoy every second! He's Beautiful! :o)

Time really is flying by. :) I sometimes wish I could slow it down too, but each new phase is so fun that I don't mind so much when time doesn't listen to my pleads. I absolutely LOVE that second to last picture with his little feet sticking out. He is so sweet. Let me know when you want to go for a walk. I can't wait to see more of the little man (and you too!)

he is sooo cute ash! crazy that he is a month already, we need to meet him! I'm glad he is sleeping so good for you. It is the best when they start getting on a schedule and you can get some sleep :) He does look alot like Pres in her newborn picture, which means he will be one cute little boy! cant wait to meet him!

ash you guys make beautiful babies! cant believe he is already a month old! so glad you have that little miracle in your arms this week, hope you are you feel some peace tomorrow. praying for you always.... ps i really need to get you his present! he might not fit in it soon:D

I know we've only hung out at girls night a couple of time and haven't really talked, but I just wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS! I get on here every so often and catch up. You are amazing! I always feel inspired, appreciate my kids more and want to be a better mom after reading your posts. I can't comprehend or come close to imagining what you've been through this past year. You deserve some joy. Ledger is so adorable. Congrats again!!!!

I have read your story from the beginning, my thoughts are with you this week and always. So glad that you have a sweet baby to hold again. Ledger and I have something in common...an older sister who is in heaven. I am amazed at your faith during this last year, reading your story truly does make me appreciate all three of my kids so much more! I have a little toehead 19 month old daughter who is the love of our lives and I simply cant imagine what you have been through. After watching my parents lose their first (she was 14) I KNOW that there are incredible blessings that come from that. Thank you for keeping your blog public, your testimony of the gospel has helped so many, including me!

Congrats on your new little addition!! It must be heavenly to have a baby in your arms again. I have been following your blog the past year and am so grateful to you and your beautiful family. I am so blessed to have come across your blog when I did. I just wanted you to know (and I'm not exaggerating when I say this), I think about you and your family every few days and you have been in our thoughts and prayers this entire year. Just wanted you to know that we are sending extra prayers your way as you, your husband and your family come upon this year mark. Preslee is such a special little girl and loved by soooo many people, even ones that didn't know her personally. She and your family has touched my heart in so many ways. Soak up all these little newborn moments. Lot's of love, The Leeds Family

Hi, we're the Sullengers! Life turned upside down for us in 2010 when we lost our daughter in an accidental drowning. Since then, we've documented our highs (life with all five of our kids) and our lows (struggles with grief) but amongst everthing we've experienced, we know as long as we hold on to one another we can get through anything that comes our way. Read More. . .